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Sony Launches an Affordable DVD Player That Can Bring Your Old DVDs to Life with HD 1080p Upscaling Technology At a Discounted Price
6+ hour, 23+ min ago (765+ words) In a move that underscores the enduring appeal of physical media in an increasingly digital world, Sony has introduced a new budget-friendly DVD player designed to breathe fresh life into legacy home entertainment collections. Priced at just $63, the compact device…...
Prince Albert store weighs in on protecting physical media
9+ hour, 12+ min ago (404+ words) Recent news out of the gaming industry has sparked the debate around physical media once again. Last week, Sony announced plans to cut production of discs for their Play Station consoles by 2028, meaning all games played on their consoles will…...
Best Blu-Ray Player for 2026: Tested by Our Experts
10+ hour, 17+ min ago (405+ words) We've rounded up all the best HD and 4 K ready Blu-ray players on the market To make choosing the right Blu-ray player easier, here are our favorite picks. The Sony UBP-X700 is at the cutting edge of 4 K Blu-ray technology,…...
Here's Why Movies Didn't Move To USB Drives After DVDs - BGR
13+ hour ago (417+ words) Here's Why Movies Didn't Move To USB Drives After DVDs bgr. com Here's Why Movies Didn't Move To USB Drives After DVDs Some of us remember when the DVD was an innovative technology earning no shortage of superlatives from tech…...
At last, some good news for Blu-ray fans as one manufacturer U-turns on exiting the market " but there's a catch
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (338+ words) Japanese manufacturer Buffalo will carry on making Blu-ray drives " for now Fans of Blu-rays have suffered relentless waves of bad news lately, the latest being that Sony's next Play Station will likely be an all-digital affair with no disc drive…...
Oscar Winning Drama Erin Brockovich Starring Julia Roberts Is Available In 4k
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (185+ words) Oscar winning drama Erin Brockovich (2000) is available to watch in 4k on Ultra HD Blu-ray and Digital 4k UHD. The 2-disc edition released in 2025 celebrated the film's anniversary, and includes copies of the film on 4k Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and Digital. On 4k Blu-ray and…...
Sony Once Again Proves You Don't Own Digital Media
2+ day, 7+ hour ago (403+ words) Jennifer Asencio is a contributing writer on Giant Freakin Robot. She grew up in movie household where classics like Gunga Din and Seven Samurai were part of appreciating the arts. The day she discovered Akira Kurosawa was only matched by…...
I'm Really Not Sure How I Feel About Sony Killing Physical Media
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (1134+ words) Picking a side is easy, right? As you're no doubt aware, Sony has caused quite a kerfuffle with the announcement that it is ending the production of physical media for its Play Station 5 console in 2028, and intends to make its…...
Japanese firm reverses Blu-ray drive exit after securing parts, but prices jump up to 51% and supplies are limited
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (28+ words) Buffalo announced in February that the three portable USB-connected Blu-ray drives it makes would be withdrawn from sale in July " the memorably named BRXLPT6 U3 E, BRXLPTV63 B, and. .....
Why DVDs Are Dying - Most Cord Cutters Still Don't Use Them
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (243+ words) Several practical advantages still make DVDs and Blu-rays worth considering for cord cutters who want to supplement their streaming setup. Owning physical copies guarantees permanent access to favorite titles without the uncertainty of licensing expirations or sudden removals from digital…...